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Parole

/pəˈroʊl/
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(noun) Originally, one's oath or word of honour, given as a condition of release from custody; now specifically, describing the release of a former prisoner under certain conditions, especially the promise of good behaviour.

Tom was sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Tom was sentenced to life without parole.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The prisoner was released on ____ after serving half of his sentence with good behavior.

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